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Archive Reference / Library Class No.	D8611/1/4
Title	Debby Marshall - NLL Derby OH Interview - Full Audio
Date	9 Jun 2025
Description	Biographical History: Debby Marshall (born 1970) is a resident of Ripley, Derbyshire. Adopted as a baby, she grew up in a non-military family and later became a mother to three children. Her personal experiences, including her youngest child’s serious illness, shaped her aspirations and parenting style. Scope and Content: Debby reflects on her life experiences, beginning with her adoption and upbringing, and progressing through her journey as a parent. She discusses the birth and development of her three children, including her youngest son’s diagnosis of leukaemia at 16 months and the profound impact this had on the family. The interview explores themes of maternal bonding, parenting styles, family dynamics, and musical engagement with children. Debby also shares her aspirations for future grandchildren, expressing a desire to provide cultural and educational enrichment. Musical references include nursery rhymes, theme tunes, and the song “You Are My Sunshine,” which held emotional significance. The interview concludes with reflections on financial constraints affecting family planning and considerations around surname changes.
Level	Item
Repository	Derbyshire Record Office
Archive Creator	Murmuration Arts CIC
Access Category	OPEN
Privacy Notice	Data Subjects in Archives Privacy Notice
Format	Digital
Dimensions	Length: 44 minutes.
Copyright	In Copyright
Related Material	See D8611/2/4 for summary sheet.
Term	Oral history
	Adoption
	Sound recordings
	Parent child relationship
	Parent role
	Parent attitudes
	Music

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